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Hickory
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
2.2
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.9/10
Hickory, Kentucky has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The area is located near the Ohio River and is surrounded by several creeks and tributaries, leading to a diverse hydrology system. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Hickory include fishing, boating, and hiking at the nearby Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. The area is also known for its abundance of wildlife, including bald eagles and white-tailed deer. Hickory is a small community with a population of around 2,500 and is located in Graves County, just a short drive from larger cities such as Paducah and Murray.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.9
Hickory receives approximately
1301mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Hickory has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
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Area Rivers
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Snowpack Depths
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Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.2
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shepard State Park | None | 16 ft | |||
| Davis Bayou - Gulf Islands National Seashore | 52 | 19 ft | |||
| Twiltley Branch - Okatibbee Lake | None | 421 ft | |||
| Archusa Creek Waterpark | 69 | 315 ft | |||
| Lake Tom Bailey | 32 | 299 ft | |||
| Stephen A. Forbes State Park | 135 | 604 ft | |||
| Maynor Creek Waterpark | None | 362 ft | |||
| Clarkco State Park | None | 273 ft | |||
| Dunns Falls Water Park | None | 269 ft | |||
| Turkey Fork Rec. Area | 76 | 278 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.